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Monument record TR 36 SE 873 - A single square structure, probably a Second World War Type 26 pillbox located on the north-eastern edge of St Augustine's Park
Summary
A single square structure, probably a Second World War Type 26 pillbox located on the north-eastern edge of St Augustine's Park which has now been infilled and developed.
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TR 3735 6459 (5m by 5m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR36SE |
| Civil Parish | RAMSGATE, THANET, KENT |
| County | KENT |
| District | THANET, KENT |
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Full Description
A single square structure, probably a Second World War Type 26 pillbox located on the north-eastern edge of St Augustine's Park which has now been infilled and developed. The pillbox was part of the defences associated with a Chain Home installation (NRHE 1477755) located within the park. These remains were visible on aerial photographs taken in February 1941 and January 1946. (1-2)
<1> AP (RAF 106G UK 1131 F4049; 17 1 46) (OS Card Reference). SKE34036.
<2> RAF, 1941, RAF/26J/BR267 12 22-FEB-1941 (Photograph). SKE55747.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
- Non-Intrusive Event: Ramsgate, Kent: Historic Characterisation of Ramsgate (Heritage Action Zones) (EKE22564)
Record last edited
Mar 31 2025 1:05PM